Isuzu Tf
From 2,572 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 308 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 308 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 128 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 112 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 97 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 90 |
| a shock absorber bush excessively worn | 83 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 74 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 67 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 65 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 63 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 40.1% of failures are serious: 40.1% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £91.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 66.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2011 | 67.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2010 | 65.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tfs tested had between 85,563 and 142,882 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 119,377 median miles, the Tf has 0.028 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Isuzu models
| Isuzu D-Max | 77.6% |
| Isuzu Rodeo | 67.2% |
| Isuzu Trooper | 69.2% |
| Isuzu D-Max Yukon D/C Intercooler Td | 72.7% |
| Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Auto | 89.9% |
Common questions
What is the Isuzu Tf MOT pass rate?
The Isuzu Tf has a 66.8% MOT pass rate based on 2,572 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Isuzu Tf?
The most common MOT failure on the Isuzu Tf is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 308 failures. Other common issues include brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded.
What is the typical mileage of a Isuzu Tf at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Isuzu Tf is 119,377 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 85,563 and 142,882 miles.
Buying a used Tf?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 66.8% pass rate and an average repair bill of £91 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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